Lender Matchmaker is a speed-networking event between lending organizations and small business owners. It is a unique opportunity designed to help small businesses assess their lending options in the most efficient way. This year, the event will consist of 2 Matchmaking sessions, allowing for one-on-one (15 minute) meetings with up to 18 lending organizations.

SCAN Managing Director Charlie Banks heads the local midlands branch of the South Carolina Angel Network, called Capital Angels. Charlie is an experienced serial entrepreneur who has founded, run, and invested in multiple manufacturing, financial services, building science, and real estate companies in South Carolina.

Charlie Banks, Managing Director of the South Carolina Angel Network (SCAN), noted, “Having access to capital is a critically important component of the life cycle of a company- small or large. I applaud the City of Columbia's leadership for taking a proactive role in helping our region's small businesses position themselves for success and I look forward to taking part in this exciting event.”

The Access to Capital Symposium workshop will take place on September 24th, from 8:00am-3:00pm at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. To take advantage of this event, please visit the eventbrite page to register and sign up.

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About SCAN: The South Carolina Angel Network (SCAN) is a network of angel investor groups and funds from across the Palmetto State that provide capital and expertise to early stage, high growth businesses in the southeastern United States. Through its 200-plus investors and full-time professional staff, SCAN has invested nearly $15 million in 40 companies, generating positive financial returns, helping attract over $200M in additional capital, and supporting the creation of over 450 jobs. Visit www.scangelnetwork.com for more information.